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City Mayors Seek Inclusion in National Budget Process

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As the League of Cities of the Philippines (LCP) pushes for greater autonomy in infrastructure projects, its president and San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora emphasized the need for city mayors to be included in the national budget process. He believes that this would allow them to better coordinate with the national government on infrastructure projects that benefit their cities. Zamora also expressed support for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive requiring national agencies to consult with local government units (LGUs) before implementing projects funded by the national budget.

Key Takeaways:

  • The League of Cities of the Philippines (LCP) supports President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive requiring national government agencies to consult with local government units (LGUs) before implementing projects funded by the national budget.
  • LCP President and San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora stated that city mayors want to be included in the budgeting process to better coordinate infrastructure projects with the national government.
  • The LCP comprises the mayors of the 149 cities across the country and supports Marcos' crackdown on irregularities in infrastructure projects, particularly flood control initiatives.
  • Zamora highlighted the need for LGUs to be involved in the budgeting process, citing instances where national agencies, such as the DPWH, fail to coordinate with LGUs on proposed projects.
  • The LCP president believes that LGU involvement in the budgeting process would help ensure that infrastructure projects meet the needs of local communities and promote transparency.

Statistics:

  • 149: The number of cities across the country represented by the League of Cities of the Philippines.
  • 1: The number of times the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) coordinates with local government units (LGUs) on proposed projects, according to Zamora.

Sources:

  • [Zamora: Some agencies bypass LGUs; backs Marcos' push for consult rule)] (No date mentioned)

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